Moon Pix, released on Matador Records in the fall of '98, stands as a testament to the power of the subconscious and the triumph of the artistic spirit over despair.

Marshall, who had already achieved a measure of critical success with her previous effort What Would the Community Think, had announced her intention to retire from the music scene altogether. But as fate would have it, a haunting nightmare in a remote farmhouse would be the catalyst that propelled her back to the recording studio.

In the wake of this unsettling vision, the bulk of Moon Pix was born, in a creative outpouring that took place in the span of a single night. And yet, despite the circumstances that spawned this album, the result is not one of darkness and despair, but rather a rich tapestry of introspective lyrics and lush, evocative instrumentation.

Recorded in Melbourne, Australia, Moon Pix features Mick Turner and Jim White of the instrumental group Dirty Three, lending their expert musicianship to the proceedings. The result is a masterful collection of songs that showcases Marshall's unique vision, and proves beyond a doubt that even the most troubled of spirits can produce great art. So let us all join together in saluting this remarkable achievement, and give thanks for the perseverance of the artistic spirit.